Ralph Lauren has a rich connection with French heritage and a long standing commitment to philanthropy with a love of Paris. To celebrate the patron sponsorship of the École nationale supérieure des beaux-arts, the brand will host an exclusive gala dinner in the picturesque courtyard surrounding the L’École des Beaux-Arts on 8 October 2013.

The event will also feature a special presentation of the Ralph Lauren Fall 2013 Collection, the first time the designer has showcased outside of the US.

In keeping with brining the institution’s teaching capabilities into the 21st century, while also preserving the classical Beaux-Arts style for future generations, Ralph Lauren will be restoring the Amphiteatre d’honneur, the semi-circular lecture theatre at the heart of the school. The theatre will be fully updated to include state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment and improve stadium seating.

Funds will also be used to modernize the school’s website with a series of digital content providing global audiences with access to a multitude of conferences, workshops, symposiums and new online classes, placing the institution at the forefront of the contemporary art world.